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Napa Valley – Land Of Vineyards

Have you ever tasted the original wine from the wineries, or have you ever visited such wineries? Do you want to know the history of wines and how wines are made, and difference between each variety?  If yes, then pack up your bags and visit Napa’s world famous wine country and the best wineries .You can learn about the history of wine and how wines are made with lessons on wine tasting, the fermentation process and the varieties of wine available throughout the world.

Napa Valley runs from the town of Napa in south to Calistoga in the north which is less than thirty miles.  An hour drives to get to the south end of Napa Valley from San Francisco. The valley is considered as the premier wine growing regions of the world. According to statics on an average around five million tourists pass through each year, visiting wineries, dining at luxurious restaurants, and sampling relaxed lifestyle. It has more than 45,000 acres planted in grapes. The smell of the wines, viewing of golden hills dotted with California live oaks rising above trellised grapevines, the taste of the food and wine. This fertile and productive area is covered with hundreds of wineries, enough to bewilder the heartiest of travelers.

Besides this the country community also  includes Calistoga, St. Helena, Rutherford, Oakville, and Yountville, retaining its rural charm and residential character of its colorful history with boutiques, antique and art galleries, and world-class wine tasting. Adventures like Sunrise hot air balloon rides, golf, a historical walking tour, tennis or bicycle riding .Their accommodations range from bed and breakfasts, inns, and lodges, to motels, hotels, and spa resorts. The valley has a very beautiful climate, and each season offers something unique.

Exploring the California Wine Country will be an adventure by itself. However if you are  willing to experience it via bike, hot air balloon, train or horseback then this is going to be the most memorable vacation in your life. Apart from this there are wide ranges of tours available for visitors which include bus, cars, limo, boat, etc. There are plenty of tour operators who have devoted their entire life by serving the visitors by providing adventurous excursions. The most unique tour for this beautiful valley wine tour is wine country tour shuttle which starts from San Francisco covering picnic lunch, with four winery stops.

Taste the premier Cabernet Sauvignons, Cabernet Francs, Pinot Noirs as well as reserve bruts from the best known wineries in Napa. The winery visit includes Domaine Chandon (sparkling), Andretti Winery, V. Sattui and Rutherford Ranch. And the return trip to San Francisco from Napa valley is by Ferry/ Bay cruise. At cruise you can be outside or stay inside. And during this 50-minutes of calm water cruise across the bay, catch the great views of Alcatraz, the Bay Bridge, the city of San Francisco, as well as the Golden Gate Bridge an opportunity to explore this renowned landmark and tour.